Tip 1
You have to visit Fabriano which is famous for making high-quality paper on an industrial scale, starting in the 13th century, don’t miss to visit Paper & Watermark Museum
Tip 2
Have a look at the two tables of the XVI century at St. Michael Archangel Parish Church of Varano, in the first there are the Madonna with the Child in her arms, between St. Michael Archangel and Anthony Abbate (1517); in the second there are Vegine with Child, St. Anne and three other angels.
Tip 3
Sight the Abbey of San Cassiano, small Roman-gothic architectural gem of the thirteenth, nestled at the foot of Mount Testagrossa (m.1175).
Tip 4
Very closed to Casa di Nonna Nuccia, there is a traditional handcraft paper laboratory called "Fabriano handcraftpaper mill, by Sandro Tiberi " which organizes
special workshop for tourists, artists and schools/ summer schools and it's specialized in the old art of making paper. You can visit our laboratory and choose one of our workshops in which you will learn how beautiful and enchanting is the world of hand- making paper (for more information contact to Sandro Tiberi + 39 3470774944, sandro.tiberi@gmail.com, www.handcraftpaper.com)
Tip 5
Visit Frasassi Caves in Genga which were discovered by a group of Ancona speleologists in 1971. They are rich in water, the cave system is particularly well endowed with stalactites and stalagmites.
Tip 6
Make a trip at Sentinum Archeological Park in Sassoferrato where you can see the ruins of an ancient Roman city. This area was famous for The Battle of Sentinum in which Romans won against Samnites and Gauls in 295 B.C.
Tip 7
Swim in the bracing mountain torrents at Gaville when the heat rises.
Tip 8
Bring with you a camera and walk the hills and mountains meadows above Casa di Nonna Nuccia you can find amazing and naturalistic views.
Tip 9
Look perplexed at Piero della Francesca’s Flagellation - described by Sir Kenneth Clarke as the world’s greatest small painting - in Urbino’s Palazzo Ducale
Tip 10
Experience the more thoughtful side of Roman Catholicism at the venerable monastery of Fonte Avellana on the flanks of Monte Catria.
Tip 11
Another spiritual experience is going to see “Baia di Sitria”
Tip 12
Drive to the peak of nearby Monte Catria and see if you can see the Croatian coast on the other side of the Adriatic - you’ll need to walk the last 20 minutes.
Tip 13
Join the pilgrims at Loreto to visit the Holy House - one of the most important of Europe’s many Marian shrines.
Tip 14
Light a candle at the tomb of the patron saint of ecologists as well as Italy’s patrono, Saint Francis of Assisi. Admirers of the pre-Christian era should also visit the remains of the Roman forum right underneath the town’s central square.
Tip 15
Go see the Bronzi Dorati at Pergola - a group of celebrated gilded bronze Roman equestrian statues.
Tip 16
Take a picnic up to the meadows of nearby Monte Cucco
Tip 17
Visit the Conero peninsula just south of Ancona for limestone cliffs and pretty coves, with some that can only be reached by boat.
Tip 18
Organizing a walks on the hills with a beautiful horse surrounding Umbria-Marche Apennines through woods, streams and meadows in close contact with nature thanks to Equestrian Centre Horse “La Pirella club”
Tip 19
Try one of the many running routes around Casa di Nonna Nuccia
Tip 20
Fly is your dream? Near to you there is “F. De Rossi” Airfield in Loc. San Cassiano
Tip 21
If you love fashion and shopping there are many outfits in Casette d’Ete, while Civitanova Marche is specialized in shoes factories.
Tip 22
Italian Food is unique but you have taste our traditional products. Visit “Consortium for the Production and Protection of the Fabriano salami” in P.le 26 Settembre 1997 - 60044 - 60044 Fabriano (ph: +39 0732 709221)
Tip 23
If you want to know more about Marche wine you can organize a special tour, you can contact for example CONSORZIO FRASASSI (0732 97211 - grotte@frasassi.com)
Tip 24
Spend a sunny day at Campodonico Swimming pool surrended by Marche hills
Tip 25
Do activities and excursions under the guidance of experts at “Green Room” of Valleremita, the centre for Education environmental (CEA), defined as a "school without walls" because it has educational centre with classrooms, science labs and a natural history museum.
Tip 26
You can get an amazing view from The Hermitage of San Silvestro, about 6 km from Fabriano. The area is part of an protected area, surrounded by a forest of beech trees with tall trunks and maple trees. From here you can admire the rolling hills and broad valleys, lay at the foot of the mountains.
Tip 27
At Porto Recanati you can visit Giacomo Leopardi house and discover the places which inspired him.
Tip 28
If you are loking for a spiritual route, you can go to Temple of Valadier, near Genga. It is a small and charming church, built in a cave.
Tip 29
Along the old Flaminia road, between Acqualagna and Fossombrone, there is Furlo pass. It is an enchanting destination, full of history and nature.
Tip 30
Don’t miss to walk along Senigallia seafront where there is an original buiding, called “Rotonda”, for is peculiar shape.
Tip 31
A wild beach is in Sirolo, with a crystal clear water and black stones
Tip 32
If you love art there are many art gallery in Fabriano, Sassoferrato and Jesi with famous paintings
Tip 33
Bar “Otello” it is an historical place in Fabriano, you have to taste its icecream
Tip 34
In Italy is very popular “happy hour” before dinner. There are many pubs and bar where you can drink and taste some canapé, for example at “La Taverna del Palazzo” in Fabriano
Tip 35
If you want to eat special dishes made with tartufo you have to reserved a table in “Il Castoro” restaurant in Preci (Pg)
Tip 36
During summertime go to “Chalet garden”, via cappuccini n. 29 - 60044 in Fabriano, a nice place to hangout in the evening
Tip 37
If you love beers, you have to taste them at “Lo Sverzo” Pub
Tip 38
Can’t miss to have a coffee in a traditional place as Caffè Storelli in Fabriano
Tip 39
Try the breakfast or happy hour at Bar dell’Angoletto
Tip 40
Do you like ‘70/ ’80/ ‘90 music? In Sassoferrato there is a special event for you! It is called “Vintage Event”
Tip 41
Are you in a rockabilly mood? Don’t miss “Summer Jamboree” in Senigallia
Tip 42
Have a rest and do fishing experience at Laghetto della pesca in Cancelli
Tip 43
Visit “Il Montano” at Costacciaro where you discover the history and traditional treatment about oil, in the anciet frantoio
Tip 44
If you are interested in cicloturismo and you would like to discover Marche by bike you can contact C.A.I Marche Region (marinelli.giampiero@alice.it)
Tip 45
If bike is your passion, don’t miss “Bike Museum” in Fabriano with a collection of bikers
Tip 46
Know more about “Templari” legend and visit St.Croce Church in Sassoferrato
Tip 47
If you love music check Rossini Festival in Pesaro
Tip 48
This area is full of castles, some of them are “Il Poggio”, “Gallano”, “Pasano”, “Serra”, “Postignano”, “Salmaregia”
Tip 49
Jesi is one of the main cities in Marche, you have to organize a visit to Pinacoteca
Tip 50
Do you want to try an alternative hills tour? Contact "Events in Surrey" and you can try a suggestive trip around Varano, or if you want, in the night under the starry sky. All these possibilities, starting from Casa Nonna Nuccia.
